Electrical & Automation Intern

Pason; Calgary; On-site; CAD 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Pason is seeking an Electrical and Automation Intern for a 16-month internship from May 2027 to August 2028. You will design and build hardware and software solutions to support development and manufacturing of Pason products, working with hardware, test, and manufacturing engineers to develop automated systems, PCBs, and software applications.

You will collaborate with engineering teams to take projects from concept to implementation, gaining hands-on engineering experience and contributing to

Qualifications

• Strong communication, analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Knowledge of analog and digital circuit design.
• Understanding of electronic systems from component to system level.
• Experience with software development and learning new technologies.
• Experience using lab equipment (oscilloscopes, multimeters, power supplies, soldering).
• Experience with Altium Designer or equivalent PCB design software is an asset.
• Experience with LabVIEW, Python or other engineering software tools is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Design electronic circuits and PCBs for automation and manufacturing applications.
• Develop automated software in LabVIEW to interact with hardware, control test equipment, and collect measurement data.
• Design, build, and deploy fixtures and systems supporting development, manufacturing, and validation.
• Take projects from concept to deployment, including requirements, design, implementation, and troubleshooting.
• Collaborate with product design teams to improve manufacturability and testability.
• Work with manufacturing partners to implement new processes and resolve technical challenges.
• Diagnose hardware, software, and manufacturing issues and drive corrective actions.
• Collaborate with electrical, firmware and manufacturing engineers on cross-functional projects.

Skills

Communication

Analytical thinking

Troubleshooting

Circuit design

Electronic systems

Software development

Lab equipment

Independent & team work

PCB design

LabVIEW experience

Python programming

Education

3rd year Electrical or Computer Engineering

Tools

Altium Designer

LabVIEW

Python

Job description

The Role

Pason is seeking an Electrical and Automation Intern for a 16-month internship from May 2027 to August 2028. In this role, you will design and build hardware and software solutions used to support the development and manufacturing of Pason products. Working alongside hardware, test, and manufacturing engineers, you will develop automated systems, design electronic circuits and PCBs, create software applications, and solve complex technical challenges. You will collaborate with engineering teams and manufacturing partners to take projects from concept to implementation, gaining valuable hands-on engineering experience.

• Design electronic circuits and PCBs for custom automation and manufacturing applications.
• Develop automated software in LabVIEW to interact with hardware, control test equipment, and collect measurement data.
• Design, build, and deploy fixtures and systems that support the development, manufacturing, and validation of Pason products.
• Take projects from concept to deployment, including requirements definition, design, implementation, and troubleshooting.
• Collaborate with product design teams to improve manufacturability and product testability.
• Work directly with manufacturing partners to implement new processes and resolve technical challenges.
• Diagnose hardware, software, and manufacturing issues, identify root causes, and drive corrective actions.
• Work closely with electrical, firmware, and manufacturing engineers on cross-functional projects.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Design electronic circuits and PCBs for custom automation and manufacturing applications.
• Develop automated software in LabVIEW to interact with hardware, control test equipment, and collect measurement data.
• Design, build, and deploy fixtures and systems that support the development, manufacturing, and validation of Pason products.
• Take projects from concept to deployment, including requirements definition, design, implementation, and troubleshooting.
• Collaborate with product design teams to improve manufacturability and product testability.
• Work directly with manufacturing partners to implement new processes and resolve technical challenges.
• Diagnose hardware, software, and manufacturing issues, identify root causes, and drive corrective actions.
• Work closely with electrical, firmware, and manufacturing engineers on cross-functional projects.

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving abilities
• Attention to detail and commitment to quality
• Knowledge of analog and digital circuit design
• Understanding of electronic systems from the component to system level
• Experience with software development and the ability to learn new technologies
• Experience using lab equipment such as oscilloscopes, multimeters, power supplies, and soldering tools
• Ability to work effectively both independently and in a team environment
• Experience with Altium Designer or equivalent PCB design software is an asset
• Experience with LabVIEW, Python, or other engineering software tools is an asset

Education

• Currently enrolled in 3rd year studies in Electrical or Computer Engineering

Pre-employment Conditions

• Completion of a satisfactory Criminal Record Check
• Valid driver's license and ability to travel to local manufacturing partners as required

This job posting closes October 9, please ensure you have your application in before the deadline.